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Bambusa oldhamii

Oldham Bamboo

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Information by:         Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This bamboo will grow 40-55' tall and has large leaves with green culms.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Bamboo

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.